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Exim India web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • CONCOR & PSA ink MoU to collaborate in offering seamless, cost-effective end-to-end logistics service
  • Softlink Global's LogiTHON to recreate the future of logistics industry
  • Sharp drop in blank sailings
  • GDP to grow by 6.8 pc in FY25: IMF
  • Introduction of Online Ship Reporting for the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, Bab al Mandeb Strait, Red Sea, Somali Basin, and Arabian Sea Region
  • PIL joins DCSA to advance container shipping digitalisation standards
  • Repercussions on global trade, shipping seen due to Middle East tension
  • Exporters looking at revising contracts due to current shipping risks
  • INDIAN PORTS ASSOCIATION
  • Strike at Gangavaram port impacts operations
  • Somali pirates release vessel after ransom payment
  • Container throughput up again at Port of Antwerp-Bruges as total cargo increase shows its resilience despite external challenges

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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 19, 2024
  • Handing over the baton at WSC
  • Combined waste transport minimises CO2 emissions
  • IAG Cargo to return to Abu Dhabi
  • Changing of the guard at Royal Mail Group
  • More logistics capacities near Stuttgart
  • First logisticians to test eActros 600s at work
  • Building a regional blended-wing-body aircraft
  • First CFO at Loxxess
  • Border pre-registration zone in Coqelles ready
  • Pan-American expansion
  • A year of growth for Thessaloniki
  • From California via Cologne to the Netherlands
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • APM Terminals Buenos Aires appoints MD
  • Boosting customs capabilities in Ireland
  • US railroads extend partnership
  • Covid's heavy toll on container shipping
  • A hydrogen corridor from Bilbao to Amsterdam

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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Unfazed Prologis sheds light on 3PLs, Baltimore & Southern California
  • CMA CGM puts Bolloré Polynesian subsidiary up for sale
  • Carriers look to short-term gains over blanking, as Red Sea crisis props up rates
  • Pre-earnings: Kuehne + Nagel, the 'most attractive near-term prospect'
  • Cargo flows through Dubai delayed by flooding, with 300 flights cancelled
  • Cargo flows out of the Gulf have been upended after two years' worth of rain ...
  • Rising costs and lack of drivers means it's still a bumpy road for hauliers
  • Caesar Luikenaar: a few growing pains as WEC Lines eyes new horizons
  • Forwarders: can an airline do without them? An age-old debate airs
  • Middle East erupts, Dali general average, IATA CNS 'live' and forwarders hit back

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Steerprop selected to supply propulsion packages for Canadian MPVs
    Canada's Seaspan Shipyards has selected Finnish propulsion system specialist Steerprop to provide a comprehensive Polar Class 4 (PC 4) propulsion package for the first flight of Multi-Purpose Vessels (MPVs) it is building
  • U.S. Trade Representative to investigate unfair Chinese shipbuilding practices
    United States Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai has taken up a petition that, among other remedies, seeks to see a port charge imposed on Chinese-built ships calling U.S. ports. As we reported

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Container News web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Thessaloniki Port reports over US$90 million annual revenues
    Thessaloniki Port Authority S.A. (ThPA S.A.) has released its financial results for the financial year 2023, reporting consolidated revenue of US$92 million, relatively stable compared with the previous year's levels. The container business of the port authority demonstrated significant revenue growth, exceeding 12% to reach US$64 million. Similar growth rates were observed in the real estate sec
  • Navigating the Seas of Shipping Logistics: Unveiling the Best Software Solutions
    In the vast ocean of global commerce, efficient shipping logistics software serves as the compass guiding businesses through turbulent waters. From managing inventory to optimizing routes, these tools streamline operations, enhance visibility, and ensure timely delivery of goods. As the demand for seamless supply chain management continues to surge, the quest for the best software solutions inten
  • Contship Italia unveils strategic investment in La Spezia Container Terminal
    During a two-day gathering between the Melzo and Spezia offices, Tom Eckelmann, a board member and shareholder of Contship Italia Group, reaffirmed Eurokai's steadfast commitment to bolstering the company's growth amidst significant transformations and development endeavours. Eckelmann conveyed a message of continuity and assurance to senior management and employees, underscoring Contship's pivot
  • Red Sea disruption pushing up container values and rates
    Container values have risen significantly across almost all sectors and age categories since the start of the year. Following an extended period of declines, where values fell steadily for this sector after reaching a record peak during the Container boom at the end of Q1 2022. However, since January 2024, values have taken a turn in the opposite direction and older vessels have shown the most st
  • Port of Rotterdam handles 3.3 million TEUs in 2024 Q1
    For the first time in three years, the container segment of the Rotterdam port is experiencing a slight uptick in throughput volumes. There's been a 3.3% increase in tonnes moved, rising from 31.5 million tonnes to 32.5 million tonnes, and a 2% rise in TEUs, reaching 3.3 million TEUs in the first quarter of 2024 at the Dutch port. The situation in the Red Sea resulted in a notable decline in ship
  • Hapag-Lloyd boosts rates from Far East to Europe
    Hamburg-based container line Hapag-Lloyd has announced increased ocean tariff rates for Freight All Kinds (FAK) between Far East and North Europe as well as the Mediterranean. The increase applies for cargo transported in 20' and 40' dry containers, including high cube equipment, and reefer for sailings commencing on 1 May. Destination 20' Dry 40' Dry 40' HC 20' RF 40' RF North Europe* US$1,650 U
  • NWSA container volumes rise in March
    March saw Northwest Seaport Alliance's (NWSA) container volumes reaching 261,495 TEUs, marking an 8.5% growth over the same month in 2023. Year-to-date volume comparisons indicate a 2.9% increase to 699,382 TEUs, with full imports rising by 5.6% and full exports by 14.8%. Moreover, full international exports extended a growth streak for the seventh consecutive month, rising by 15.6% compared to M
  • PIL joins DCSA to proceed with shipping digitalisation standards
    Singaporean box carrier Pacific International Lines (PIL) has joined the non-profit organisation, Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), to drive standardisation and digital innovation in the container shipping industry. DCSA's founding members consist of 9 of the 10 largest container shipping companies worldwide and represent approximately 70% of global container trade. The association w
  • Sea-Intelligence reports sharp drop in blank sailings
    Spot rates have experienced a continuous decline over the past several months. In response, shipping lines face two possible strategies. One option is to increase blank sailings, reducing supply and halting the decline in spot rates. The other would be that despite the decline, spot rates are still much higher than before the Red Sea crisis and the pre-pandemic levels, which would potentially inc
  • Port of Los Angeles surpasses 740,000 TEUs in March
    In March, the Port of Los Angeles saw a remarkable surge, handling 743,417 container units, marking a 19% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. This achievement marked the eighth consecutive month of year-over-year growth at the busiest port in the United States. During the first quarter ending on 31 March, local dockworkers facilitated the movement of 2,380,503 TEUs across Lo
  • Port of Brunswick handles over 77,000 Ro/Ro units in March
    In March, Colonel's Island Terminal at the Port of Brunswick maintained its remarkable performance, processing 77,236 units of Roll-on/Roll-off cargo. This marks a notable uptick of 13,438 units or 21% compared to the corresponding period last year. "March was the busiest month ever for Ro/Ro cargo in Brunswick, with organic growth and new customers driving increases in both autos and high and he

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Splash web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Heidmar takes over Landbridge Ship Management
    Athens-based pool operator and shipmanager Heidmar is expanding its operation with the addition of Landbridge Ship Management in Hong Kong. The move will see the Pankaj Khanna-led outfit with over 60 tankers and bulkers under commercial management expand its offering to include technical shipmanagement. "By integrating technical management into its portfolio, Heidmar aims to streamline ...
  • Stena Bulk clears out last LNG carrier
    Swedish shipowner Stena Bulk has sold off its last remaining LNG carrier to an undisclosed Asian buyer. The Erik Hånell-led company said it handed over the 145,000 cu m Stena Blue Sky in Singapore on Thursday. No price was revealed. The sale of the 2006-built unit comes hot on the heels of the exit of ...
  • Euroseas fixes out one feeder boxship and sells another
    Nasdaq-listed Greek boxship owner Euroseas has fixed a time charter contract for a feeder boxship. It also agreed to sell one such vessel to an undisclosed buyer. The charter was signed for the 1,740 teu feeder EM Hydra for a minimum period of ten to a maximum period of twelve months at the option of ...
  • BSM focuses on practice with new maritime education programme
    Aiming to close what it sees as a gap between academic knowledge and practical training, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) has introduced a new educational programme for future seafarers. According to BSM, the global merchant fleet will face a shortage of thousands of officers in the coming years. The education programme, named BSM Smart Academy, is ...
  • Petrofac bags $350m services deal in Equatorial Guinea
    Offshore engineering specialist Petrofac has been awarded a technical services contract by Equatorial Guinea's national oil company GEPetrol to support operations on the region's offshore Block B. Under the contract, valued at around $350m over five years, Petrofac will deliver technical services across onshore support bases, an FPSO, and an offshore platform. The contract includes ...
  • Diplomatic campaign underway to crack down on Russian tankers passing through the Baltic
    Littoral states around the Baltic are waging a diplomatic campaign to get other countries to back a greater crackdown on Russia's shadow fleet passing through the region, concerned about the potential for environmental catastrophe with a number of near disasters reported among the ageing fleet of tankers over the past year. Foreign ministers from the ...
  • Singapore yard loses drilling rigs-related arbitration against Akastor unit
    Singapore's Jurong Shipyard, a subsidiary of Seatrium, has lost an arbitration over the termination of drilling equipment contracts related to four offshore rigs. MHWirth, a unit of Norwegian oil-services investment company Akastor, has been awarded around $101.3m by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) as payment of termination fees. The contracts dating back to 2012 ...
  • Germany's HGK lays out new concept for shipping ammonia and CO2 on inland waterways
    Germany's HGK Shipping, one of the top inland shipping names, has revealed plans to build a new type of liquified ammonia and carbon dioxide (LCO2) carrier for Europe's waterways. Part of Häfen und Güterverkehr Köln, the company that owns and operates around 350 inland vessels, said it has developed a concept that will enable it ...
  • Geneva Dry Dialogues: AXSMarine
    In two weeks' today Geneva Dry, dry bulk's annual get-together, will start with an entire afternoon dedicated to all things digital. AXSMarine, one of the big beasts in maritime tech, is sending a sizeable delegation to Geneva, aware, but not overly concerned, about the growing number of vendors in domains it has operated in since ...
  • Transocean picks up extensions for drillship pair
    Offshore drilling giant Transocean has secured more work for its drillships in the US Gulf of Mexico and Angola. The New York-listed contractor revealed in its latest fleet status report that an undisclosed client in the US Gulf had extended the contract for the Deepwater Invictus into July this year. The 2014-built drillship was fixed ...
  • SBM Offshore secures $250m FPSO construction loan
    Dutch floater expert SBM Offshore has secured a $250m term loan facility for floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel construction financing. SBM said that the facility will be drawn in full in the coming days. The tenor of the bridge loan is twelve months with an extension option for another six months. Repayment is ...
  • DEME wins cable installation work for two Dutch offshore grid systems
    Belgian marine contractor DEME has been awarded two contracts by cable solutions provider Prysmian for the engineering and installation works on two offshore grid systems in the Netherlands. The contract for the work on the IJmuiden Ver Alpha and Nederwiek 1 offshore grid systems is the most extensive cabling award in DEME's history. Prysmian won ...
  • LR2s are star performers in the tanker sector this year
    LR2s have been the strongest performing asset class in tankers in 2024 so far with a year-to-date average of $68,000 a day and a rate bracket ranging from $40,000 a day to $100,000 a day, according to new analysis from Jefferies, an investment bank. This compares to the $40,000 a day average seen during the ...
  • US probes Chinese shipbuilding pricing
    The US presidential elections this year have a strong anti-China current with both candidates vowing to get tough with Beijing. Speaking in Pittsburgh to a steelmaking union yesterday, President Joe Biden announced plans to triple the tariff rate on steel and aluminum imports from China while the US Trade Representative has also launched an investigation ...
  • Venezuela sanctions return
    The Biden administration has reimposed oil sanctions on Venezuela, hitting out at President Nicolás Maduro for failing to follow a greater democratic path for the South American nation. American companies with investments in Venezuela have 45 days to wind down operations. Last October, Washington issued a six-month general licence for transactions involving Venezuela's oil and ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Sanctions shuffle begins anew for Venezuela's tanker trades
    Venezuelan crude exports that previously went to India could head to China instead. Products imports that previously came from the...
  • Russia 'doesn't care' about oil spills, Swedish foreign minister warns
    A casualty involving a dark fleet tanker could be extremely costly, and salvors are concerned about who will pick up...
  • Eswatini shipping registry flagged as 'false' operation by IMO
    The opaque status of government authorisation for the start-up flag registry of Eswatini has prompted the International Maritime Organization to...
  • LA's Seroka optimistic as US economy 'keeps on cooking'
    The port of Los Angeles had its best first quarter outside of the pandemic as strong consumer demand buoyed imports...
  • LNG carriers would lose but VLGCs could gain in Hormuz closure scenario
    Oystein Kalleklev, CEO of Avance Gas and Flex LNG, speaks in-depth on geopolitical risk, the Panama Canal and market trends...
  • WSC sets out its European policy priorities
    The European Union will launch its new five-year legislative programme this year. Container line shipping is already getting its policy...
  • Chemical tanker with flammable cargo runs aground off Japan
    The casualty comes a month after another Keoyoung Shipping Co tanker, Keoyoung Sun, capsized in a storm off Japan
  • D'Amico pens first newbuilding contract in China
    Milan-listed d'Amico International Shipping has initiated its first newbuilding programme since 2015 with an order at Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding...
  • Rotterdam sees slow growth on Red Sea disruption
    Schedule disruption slowed growth in Rotterdam during the first quarter. But March saw a return to form and a boost...
  • World's largest hydrogen ships ordered in Norway
    The ships have been ordered by transport company Torghatten and will be built in Norwegian yard Myklebust Verft
  • Thessaloniki port reports record container throughput
    Thessaloniki Port Authority board announces preferred bidder for key Pier 6 expansion
  • Shipowners reaffirm sector's commitment to net zero
    Funds from EU emissions trading scheme to help shipping decarbonise are 'essential', according to Ecsa president Karin Orsel
  • Daily Briefing
    How could Middle East crisis play out for tanker exchange-traded fund? | No evidence more Chinese or Russian ships transiting...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Shippers putting 'greater-than-expected pressure' on freight rates: Knight-Swift
    Knight-Swift and rival J.B. Hunt both say shippers are pushing hard for lower truckload and intermodal rates in service contracts as freight demand remains soft.
  • Penske AI tool aims to help shippers manage, benchmark private fleets
    A machine learning-based platform will access data on more than 400,000 vehicles to help shippers evaluate the performance and cost of in-house trucking operations.
  • Rotterdam edges rival Antwerp in long-awaited return to volume growth
    Rotterdam attributed its first quarter gains to recovering Asia imports in March and a jump in feeder traffic between the port and the Mediterranean linked to vessel diversions around southern Africa.
  • WSC urges EU to enhance focus on shipping decarbonization after June elections
    The World Shipping Council said in a new report it wants Brussels to design policy frameworks "that facilitate the essential role of shipping in a globally connected economy."

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • US sanctions aggression pushes companies to widen compliance scope
    As more sanctions loom, owners and others need to be aware of their entire supply chain, attorney says
  • Shipping mourns loss of veteran Heidmar and Penfield finance chief Charles Tammara
    Finance man's long career spanned stints at Penfield Marine, Heidmar, B + H Group and OMI Corp
  • UK blacklists Iranian naval force behind Strait of Hormuz container ship seizure
    Joint US-UK moves target military and drone industries in response to missile attack on Israel
  • Pacific Basin Shipping kickstarts $40m share buyback scheme
    Owner-operator's freight earnings during the first quarter were weaker than last year
  • Euroseas cashes in on rising container ship values with chunky profit on feeder sale
    Aristides Pittas-led boxship owner nets $5.5m profit from sale of 2,788-teu vessel
  • Norden exodus extends with further resignations at Danish heavyweight
    There have been further departures at the Danish owner-operator after March walkout
  • Suspected spy ship reappears in Iran after months stalking Gulf of Aden
    MPP vessel was said to be feeding information to Houthis on which ships to attack
  • Vietnamese buyer dives in to buy Stena Bulk LNG steamship
    Strong price rumoured paid as Swedish owner clears out last remaining LNG carrier
  • Why Hapag-Lloyd boss Rolf Habben Jansen embraces the looming tsunami of new container ships
    The doomsayers are wrong and carriers might be glad of the next wave of newbuildings
  • 'Russia doesn't care' about shadow fleet oil spill risk, says Sweden's foreign minister
    Tobias Billstrom calls for restrictions on the Russian shadow fleet - but previous calls for action have come to little
  • Shipowners' Club reports profit despite significant tanker oil spill
    Improved investments and increased tonnage underpin P&I club's strong showing
  • George Logothetis-led Libra's space spin-off buys ground station
    Libra Group's SLI aims for further lift-off with Swedish deal
  • Crew from 'dark' PSV go on trial in Spain accused of drug-smuggling
    A total of 28 people stand accused of trafficking 3.8 tonnes of cocaine on the Karar in 2020
  • Shipowner George Procopiou taps VLCC resale market for first time in almost a decade
    Greek shipowner takes over pair of VLCC newbuildings in China
  • LNG shipping action tips upwards as charterers eye multi-month action
    But first-quarter figures show 'sluggish' vessel demand and flood of open spot tonnage
  • Saevik family opens chequebook for $78m in financing for cruise shipowner Havila Kystruten
    Package from Norwegian family allows shipowner to repay bond debt
  • Ciner extends $900m bulker newbuilding drive backed by Chinese war chest
    Expansion efforts boost Vasileios Papakalodoukas-managed firm to become Turkey's top bulker owner
  • Tanker with flammable chemical cargo runs aground on Japanese reef
    Keoyoung Pioneer stranded off Japan with crew of 14
  • Singapore-US green corridor could create 700 jobs in green fuels, study finds
    Report says wider collaboration with intermediary ports should be investigated to develop alternative fuel capacity
  • Electric shock likely killed seafarer on Stena Line ferry
    Faulty electrical work probably led to loss of engineer on Stena Line ship, Swedish report finds
  • 'Ball of confusion': Israel spoofed shipping data to foil Iran missile attack
    Analysts at Geollect believe Israel is likely to have manipulated data to confuse drones
  • It's official: Venezuelan oil back on US blacklist
    With tepid production figures, the reimposition of sanctions is not expected to hit tanker markets hard
  • Flex LNG bosses exercise options to cash in stock worth $3.3m
    CEO Oystein Kalleklev sells 87,500 shares at $25 a piece
  • 'We are a long way from it being safe': Shipowners size up return to 'treacherous' Red Sea
    Anthony Gurnee, Lois Zabrocky and Robert Bugbee reflect on impact of escalating geopolitical tensions
  • BW LPG banks $32m profit as gas trading division proves a 'solid investment'
    VLGC owner says derivative gains also boosting earnings at BW Product Services
  • Iran claims rescue of 21 seafarers from capsized tanker caught in Hormuz storm
    Cook Islands-flag vessel was foundering off port of Bandar-e-Jask, maritime rescue service reported
  • 'New chapter': BW LPG chief eyes boost as US listing opens door to world's largest capital market
    CEO Kristian Sorensen says shares should start trading in New York this quarter
  • Podcast: Ship managers see opportunities in EU emissions trading complexity
    Brussels carbon rules can be daunting for shipowners, so third-party managers aim to provide roadmap
  • European grain trades are being redrawn as farmers go straight to market
    Copenhagen Merchants Group told TradeWinds its Baltic clients are sidestepping commodity traders
  • Nordic banking giant Nordea's shipping loan book shrinks in first quarter
    Nordea saw lower utilisation of shipping clients' revolving credit facilities
  • Awilco LNG takes long view as 2026 shows fewer LNG carriers available
    Norwegian owner expects charter rates to come under short-term pressure, but further out the picture is rosier
  • MPA receives 50 proposals to supply methanol bunkers in Singapore
    Regulator says response indicates shipping is preparing for methanol bunker demand to scale up
  • Greek broker Optima says a big 'kalimera' to Singapore with opening of new office
    S&P broking giant wants to link the world's leading maritime city with the biggest shipowning nation
  • New York shipowners roll out the red carpet for John Fredriksen and Andreas Sohmen-Pao
    International Seaways and Dorian LPG have different reasons for inviting major shipowners into their backyard

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 18, 2024
  • Kramek prepares to lead World Shipping Council
    The World Shipping Council has named Joe Kramek its next president and CEO. He will replace John Butler, who plans to retire in July.
  • Baltimore bridge collapse: Fourth victim recovered, FBI boards cargo ship
    Crews recovered the body of a fourth victim this week who died after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed when it was struck by the Dali, a cargo ship just minutes into its voyage.
  • Asia Pacific Airlines on notice for $2.9 million FAA fine
    The Federal Aviation Administration has warned a cargo airline that supports the Pacific Islands that it plans to fine it $2.9 million for poor safety compliance.
  • United Airlines sets bar for Q1 cargo performance
    United Airlines nearly closed the year-over-year gap in cargo revenue during the first quarter as the air logistics sector shakes off a lengthy slump.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
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- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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